1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 93 kg more than 1978 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Gemini | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
